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Israel: Slain Hostage Is Not Shiri Bibas

Stand for Israel | February 21, 2025

Confusion, compounded by tremendous grief, in Israel, as examination fails to confirm the identity of one of the slain hostages returned by terrorists yesterday.

3 Buses Explode in Israel

Stand for Israel | February 20, 2025

Thank God, no one was hurt. But on Thursday, three buses near Tel Aviv exploded in a suspected terror attack.

Israel Mourns

Stand for Israel | February 20, 2025

Israel mourns four hostages – Oded Lifshitz, and Shiri, Kfir, and Ariel Bibas – who died in terrorist captivity.

Slain Hostages Oded Lifshitz, Shiri, Kfir and Ariel Bibas to Return to Israel

Stand for Israel | February 19, 2025

A day of deep sorrow for Israel, as officials confirm the deaths of four hostages.

Six Living Hostages Set to Be Released Saturday

Stand for Israel | February 19, 2025

Here’s what we know so far about the six living hostages coming home to Israel on Saturday.

A military helicopter with released hostages Sagui Dekel-Chen and Sasha Troufanov arrives at the Sheba Medical center.

Hamas to Release More Hostages This Week

Stand for Israel | February 18, 2025

While we rejoice over the return of more hostages from Gaza, this week brings some sad news – not all of them will be returning alive.

Friends of released hostage Sasha Troufanov seen as he arrives at the Sheba Medical center in Ramat Gan.

‘He Prayed I Would Find Someone Else to Love’

Stand for Israel | February 17, 2025

On this 500th day of war in Israel, one recently released hostage reunites with his girlfriend who held onto hope that they would finish their love story.